Welcome to West Michigan

Baron Grutter DDS, Rockford

After practicing in Kansas City, Missouri (his wife’s hometown) for ten years, Dr. Grutter and his family have relocated to his hometown of Rockford, Michigan. Dr. Grutter purchased his practice from Dr. David Fischer, whom he admires for being highly detailed and an excellent clinician. A self-proclaimed “Digital Dental Dork,” Dr. Grutter shares his love of new dental technologies on professional social media channels and his website: BaronGrutterDDS.com

Undergraduate: Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa Dental: University of Missouri – Kansas City

Q: Who is your hero? A: My dad. He has accomplished so much in life, including earning the love and respect of his colleagues. He is a loving father who has done everything to provide his family with every advantage possible.

Q: If you could be a contestant on any game show, which one would it be? A: Without any hesitation, Survivor. I’ve always been a fan.

Q: Do you have children? A: Bowen (10), Nella (8), and Corwin (4).

Our kids are amazing and bring so much joy to our lives. Nella has brought a great respect for life and all that we’ve been gifted with. Her fight with Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy has not been an easy one, but she has blessed so many around her with a deep appreciation for life. Her brothers love their sissy dearly and see her no differently, just as someone to be loved in a different way.

Q: Favorite snow day activity? A: Sledding with my kids is a favorite. Eman Salameh, DDS, Grand Rapids

Welcome to West Michigan, Dr. Salameh! Dr. Salameh purchased Dr. Laura Fogle’s orthodontic practice in the Walker area of Grand Rapids. She is originally from Metro Detroit and her husband is from Holland, but they have decided the “West Side is the Best Side” and are happy to settle down here with their young son, Jude Alexander.

Undergraduate: University of Michigan, Dearborn Dental School: University of Detroit Mercy Residency: Montefiore Medical Center, New York City, Orthodontics

Q: Do you have any hobbies? A: I love spinning on my Peloton bike, kickboxing, yoga, hiking, travelling and trying new foods!

Q: Who is your hero? A: My mom. She is the most hard-working woman I know, and she truly dedicated her life to my siblings and me.

Q: What’s your go-to karaoke song? A: “Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey

Q: What would you do if you won the lottery? A: I would have an Oprah moment and say: “You get braces!

You get braces! Everyone gets braces!”

Q: Favorite snow day activity? A: Sledding and drinking hot cocoa.